Session 5.30-8.30pm with Rachel What happened This was our first session of the PTLLS Course. First session was mainly introduction and ice breakers with the learners. Rachel gave an over view of the course. We carried out a activity a bingo game which allowed all leaners to interact. Chance to briefly get to know people. Class was very big. Went through some group rules what we would expect and Rachel set some too this was done with our groups . Jenny mentioned this would be worth noting as
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The Role of the Engineer in the Value Chain Executive Summary In the recent past, value chain management has undergone radical transformation through various stages of automation, optimization and integration. This is based on a variety of reasons such as shortened technology and product development lifecycles, globalization, and pressures of competitive forces. This has forced organizations to review their value chain systems in order to survive and grow in such dynamic economic environments
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In addition, the introduction of 130 new double decker trailers, depot store re-alignment and fleet reductions have helped eliminate over 18m miles from the supply chain since 2005– the same as going to the moon and back 75 times. The savings, which represent an £7m increase on last year, mean Asda remains on course to deliver efficiencies of up to £800m by 2020, it said. Julian Walker-Palin, head of corporate sustainability at Asda, said: “At Asda, our approach to sustainability is based on the
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The growing popularity of downloading music from the internet definitely gives rise to a new music industry value chain that differs from the traditional value chain. With the invention of the iPod and other portable mp3 players, there has been a considerable increase in music downloads. Instead of buying the whole CD, consumers prefer to buy the song they want online. Having the ability to purchase just the songs you want compared to paying the full price of the CD is what causes the consumers to
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systems consist of people, structures, and processes that work together to make an organisation healthy or unhealthy”.(Ideasresearch, Systems Thinking, viewed 5 September 2012, http://youtu.be/pEIXE9DI9e4.) System thinking is useful to global supply chains because it is an approach to problem solving, by viewing “problems” as parts of an overall system, rather than reacting to specific part, outcomes or events and potentially contributing to further development of unintended consequences. System
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Mattel had a depth of experience and a longevity of relationships which should have prevented it. In the end it was those relationships and that longevity which may have contributed to the product safety failures. Global Supply Chains and Risk Toys were based on a global supply chain which was highly sensitive to petrochemical (plastics) and labor input costs, environmental and human rights sensitivities to socially responsible and sustainable business practices, transportation and logistic disruptions
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American Intercontinental University Unit 3 Individual Project MKTG 205 – Principles of Marketing May 14, 2012 Abstract This paper gives an overview of distribution channels; Channel Levels such as: Direct vs. Indirect Channel Organizations such as Conventional Vertical, Horizontal and Multichannel Marketing Systems. It also, explains my target market needs at the here is also
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Valuable Organisation- Social complexity Exploit opportunity or neutralize threat - Distinguishes company - Reflect its personality 1. Environmental changes 2. Availability of substitutes 3. Imitability Of core competence Step 1 Value Chain Analysis -To identify activities(resources & capabilities) that creates value Value-creating activities = cost and/or differentiation advantages Primary vs Support understand, imitate, purchase or substitute - use can be Resources + Capabilities
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Question: The proliferation of western fast-food chains such as Mcdonald’s, pizza Hutt,Sub-ways and Dominos in the Indian market has only been a recent phenomenon .What are the reasons that have contributed to the increased popularity of western fast-food chain in India? Ans: Fast food is the term given to food that can be prepared and served very quickly. While any meal with low preparation time can be considered to be fast food, typically the term refers to food sold in a restaurant or store
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Introduction: Vision: To be a Rs. 50 billion food company by the year 2020 in the convenience food segment by launching products and services in the domestic and international markets that enhance lifestyle and create value for our customers through management excellence at all levels. History: National Foods began its journey in 1970 as a Spice company, with a revolutionary product that popularized the concept of having clean, healthy food. National foods’ initiatives were, to make food
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